Riverside Vessel Barrier Replacement at Hoover Dam
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
This opportunity was awarded. See its 2 award notices in the notice history.
- Solicitation number
- 140R3026Q0066
- Agency
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Bureau of Reclamation
Department of the Interior
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 237990 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Place of performance
- S. US Hwy 93/NV Rte 172 Boulder City, Nevada 89005, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation is procuring complete replacement of the existing riverside vessel barrier system at Hoover Dam, including removal and disposal of the current system and installation and commissioning of a new vessel barrier system with a boat access gate. The project is classified under NAICS 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction) and PSC Z2PZ (Repair or Alteration of Other Non-Building Facilities). The contractor must provide a turnkey solution encompassing all materials, components, equipment, and labor necessary to complete the work while ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The solicitation will utilize Request for Quotation (RFQ) procedures under Simplified Acquisition Procedures for construction. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on April 27, 2026, with a pre-solicitation deadline of May 12, 2026, an anticipated RFQ release date of May 13, 2026, and an anticipated award date of June 22, 2026.
This acquisition is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside under FAR Part 19, restricting competition to small business contractors with a size standard of $45.0 million. No incumbent contractor or current contractor information is disclosed in the pre-solicitation notice. While a specific award value or budget range is not disclosed in this pre-solicitation notice, the contract involves substantial infrastructure work at a critical federal facility. The procurement timeline indicates an expedited schedule, with the RFQ expected to be released the day after the pre-solicitation deadline and award anticipated within approximately five weeks of the RFQ release. Interested small businesses should contact Contract Specialist Mrs. Jennalyn Kent at jennalyn_kent@ios.doi.gov or Contracting Officer Mr. Luis Gallardo at luis_gallardo@ios.doi.gov for additional information.
Notice text
Presolicitation Notice
Project Title: Riverside Vessel Barrier Replacement at Hoover Dam
(1) Points of Contact
(i)Contract Specialist: Mrs. Jennalyn Kent
Address: 500 Date Street, Boulder City, NV 89005
Email: jennalyn_kent@ios.doi.gov
Phone: 702-293-8030
(ii)Contracting Officer: Mr. Luis Gallardo
Address: 7301 S Calle Agua Salada, Yuma, AZ 85364
Email: luis_gallardo@ios.doi.gov
Phone: 928-343-8129
(2) Set-Aside Determination
This acquisition is set aside.
Small Business Program (FAR Part 19): Total Small Business
Local Area Set-Aside (FAR Part 26): No
(3) Codes for Services or Supplies
NAICS: 237990 - Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Small Business Size Standard: $45.0 Million
PSC: Z2PZ - Repair or Alteration of Other Non-building Facilities
(4)(i) Description of Supplies/Services
The Bureau of Reclamation, Lower Colorado Dams Office, Hoover Dam, requires replacement of the existing riverside vessel barrier system, which has reached end-of-life. This barrier forms part of the security perimeter and controls water¿side access to non-public areas downstream of the dam. The Contractor shall provide a complete, turnkey replacement of the existing riverside vessel barrier system, including a new boat access gate. The system shall include all materials, components, equipment, and labor necessary for full removal and disposal of the existing vessel barrier system, plus installation and commissioning of a new vessel barrier system, and shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
(ii) Award Procedures & Anticipated Dates
Procedures: Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Construction using Simplified Acquisition Procedures
Anticipated Release Date: 05/13/2026
Anticipated Award Date: 06/22/2026
(iii) Trade Agreements Statements
Not applicable.
(iv) Technical Data Access
Technical data required to respond will be furnished as part of the solicitation, or is not applicable.
(v) Construction (Small Business) - Change Order Definitization
FAR Part 36 definitization requirements will apply to any resulting award. See Reclamation Acquisition Regulation (RAR) Subpart WBR 1443.102(a)(3) for more information.
IAW FAR 36.101-4(b), data on the agency¿s past performance for definitization can be found on the DOI Construction Contract Administration website at: https://www.doi.gov/pam/acquisition/policy/constructioncontract
(vi) Competition & Source Submissions
All responsible sources may submit a quotation, bid or proposal, as applicable, which will be considered by the agency.
Submission Method: Email to jennalyn_kent@usbr.gov
(vii) Noncompetitive Actions (if applicable)
Not applicable.
(viii) Qualification Requirements (if applicable)
Qualification requirement: No, not applicable.
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Vessel Barrier Replacement at Hoover Dam | Award Notice | |
| Riverside Vessel Barrier Replacement at Hoover Dam | Award Notice | |
| Riverside Vessel Barrier Replacement at Hoover Dam | Solicitation | |
| This notice | Pre-Solicitation |
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